ELFA PRESCHOOL
Estimated monthly fees (before GST)
≈ $160/mo for Singapore Citizens after −$490 subsidy (Basic $300 + Additional $190)
Estimate — confirm with the ECDA calculator.
Official ECDA rates · published 18 Nov 2025.
ELFA PRESCHOOL is an ECDA Partner Operator preschool in the Hougang planning area, Singapore 530202, operated by FORMATIVE YEARS (KINDERLAND GROUP).
Operated by
FORMATIVE YEARS (KINDERLAND GROUP)
ECDA Partner Operator
ECDA / MOE classification
Address
202, HOUGANG STREET 21, #3-00 HDB, SINGAPORE 530202
Singapore 530202
Scheme · Operator
ECDA Partner Operator
FORMATIVE YEARS (KINDERLAND GROUP)
Centre code: PT6510
Where it is— OneMap tile
Pinned at 1.35755, 103.88396. The scheme-coloured dots are the 5 nearest ECDA Partner Operator sibling centres — tap one to open it.
Nearest MOE Primary Schools— P1 Phase 2C signal
Many parents enrol at a preschool that's walking-distance to a desired primary school so the child grows familiar with the neighbourhood — and gets the Phase 2C distance priority when P1 registration comes around. Below: the three closest MOE primary schools to ELFA PRESCHOOL by straight-line distance.
- 1
Xinghua Primary School
45 Hougang Avenue 1, S538882
0.70 km≤1 km · P1 Phase 2C top priority - 2
Paya Lebar Methodist Girls' School (Primary)
298 Lorong Ah Soo, S536741
0.82 km≤1 km · P1 Phase 2C top priority - 3
Holy Innocents' Primary School
5 Lorong Low Koon, S536451
1.54 km1–2 km · Phase 2C second priority
Note: MOE Phase 2C / 2C-Supplementary eligibility uses OneMap road-network distance from your home postcode, which can differ from the straight-line numbers here. For exact eligibility from your home address, use our P1 Registration Calculator.
5 nearest ECDA Partner Operator centres— same scheme · within easy travel
- 1
JUNIOR CHAMPS @ KOVAN PTE. LTD.
0.26 km· HougangJunior Champs
- 2
LITTLE OLIVE TREE
0.55 km· HougangPresbyterian
- 3
CARPE DIEM CHILDCARE PTE LTD
0.99 km· HougangCarpe Diem
- 4
SUNFLOWER PRESCHOOL @ HOUGANG CC (PRIVATE LIMITED)
1.26 km· HougangSunflower
- 5
LEARNING KIDZ CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTRE LLP
1.37 km· SerangoonLearning Kidz
Compare with other schemes— nearest of each tier
Different ECDA / MOE tiers have different fee caps, age ranges and hours. Here's the nearest centre of each alternative scheme.
Monthly feeat a glance.
five tiers, side-by-side — where does your centre sit?
Singapore preschool monthly fees, 2026. SC fee caps shown for AOP/POP; PR + Foreigner fees vary by operator. Childcare subsidies (ECDA) and kindergarten subsidies (KiFAS, MOE) are separate schemes — eligibility below.
Government-supported childcare · 5 operators
Government-supported childcare · 33 operators (2026–2030 term)
Early years centre → partner MK · eligible children continue at K1
No ECDA cap · operator-set · estimates
| Scheme | Ages · Hours | SC / mo | PR / mo | Foreigner / mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|
MOE Kindergarten Government · K1–K2 half-day | 5 – 6 yrs 4-hour session | $160 | $320 | Not published |
ECDA Anchor Operator Government-supported childcare · 5 operators | 2 mo – 6 yrs Full-day (typ. 7am – 7pm) | $610 | est. $835 – $910 | est. $1,080 – $1,280 |
ECDA Partner Operator Government-supported childcare · 33 operators (2026–2030 term) | 2 mo – 6 yrs Full-day (typ. 7am – 7pm) | $650 | Varies | Varies |
MK-EYC pathway Early years centre → partner MK · eligible children continue at K1 | 2 mo – 4 yrs Full-day | est. $640 – $665 | est. $900 – $910 | est. $1,080 – $1,280 |
Private preschool No ECDA cap · operator-set · estimates | Varies (typ. 18 mo – 6 yrs) Varies | $1,500 – $2,500 | $1,500 – $2,500 | $1,800 – $3,500 |
On private preschools
No ECDA fee cap; fees vary by operator. Some ECDA-licensed childcare centres may still qualify for childcare subsidies for SC children. Private kindergartens do not receive KiFAS. Verify with operator.
Fees verified May 2026 from MOE + ECDA published caps. Excludes GST + uniform / registration fees.
Who qualifies for ECDA childcare subsidies?
eligibility at a glance — Basic & Additional Subsidies
Basic Subsidy.
All SC children enrolled in ECDA-licensed infant or childcare centres.
Automatic — no application form required.
Additional Subsidy.
Needs BOTH conditions met:
- aMain applicant works ≥ 56 hours/month
- bGross monthly household income ≤ $12,000 or gross per-capita income ≤ $3,000
Frequently asked— about ELFA PRESCHOOL
Q1What is the address of ELFA PRESCHOOL?
ELFA PRESCHOOL is located at 202, HOUGANG STREET 21, #3-00 HDB, SINGAPORE 530202, Singapore 530202 in the Hougang planning area.
Q2What scheme does ELFA PRESCHOOL belong to?
ELFA PRESCHOOL is an ECDA Partner Operator centre operated by FORMATIVE YEARS (KINDERLAND GROUP). ECDA Partner Operators commit to a S$650/mo Singapore Citizen childcare fee cap under the 2026–2030 scheme, with full-day programmes from 2 months to 6 years.
Q3Which MOE primary schools are nearest to ELFA PRESCHOOL?
The 3 closest MOE primary schools by straight-line distance are: Xinghua Primary School (0.70 km), Paya Lebar Methodist Girls' School (Primary) (0.82 km), Holy Innocents' Primary School (1.54 km). Note: MOE Phase 2C/2C-Supplementary uses OneMap road distance, which can differ slightly — use our P1 Registration Calculator for official-grade eligibility.
Q4Are there other ECDA Partner Operator centres near ELFA PRESCHOOL?
Yes — the nearest ECDA Partner Operator sibling centres within walking/short-drive distance are: JUNIOR CHAMPS @ KOVAN PTE. LTD. (0.26 km), LITTLE OLIVE TREE (0.55 km), CARPE DIEM CHILDCARE PTE LTD (0.99 km).